How Galamsey Affects Fisheries in Ghana

Illegal mining (Galamsey) in Ghana is having serious and multifaceted negative effects on fisheries, from the rivers and estuaries inland all the way to coastal marine systems. Overall, galamsey undermines fisheries by polluting waters, destroying habitats, reducing fish reproduction and survival, and reducing incomes and food security. The effects are felt inland (in rivers) and…

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Fisheries Stakeholders Welcome Prof. Benjamin Betey Campion on his appointment as the New Executive Director of Ghana’s Fisheries Commission

Fisheries stakeholders on the Fisheries Alliance platform have welcomed Prof. Benjamin Betey Campion on his appointment the Executive Director of Ghana’s Fisheries Commission. Fisheries stakeholders on the Fisheries Alliance platform have welcomed Prof. Benjamin Betey Campion on his appointment the Executive Director of Ghana’s Fisheries Commission. The stakeholders indicated their commitment to work with him…

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